grill (A2)

verb, noun

Pronunciation: /ɡrɪl/

Definition

To cook food over direct heat, usually on a metal rack over coals or flames.

Examples

• We decided to grill the fish instead of frying it.

• The smell of steaks grilling filled the backyard.

• He expertly grilled the vegetables until they were tender and slightly charred.

How to Use grill

grill over (prepositional phrase)

To cook food on a grill placed over a heat source. — "We will grill the steaks over charcoal tonight."

grill for (prepositional phrase)

To cook food on a grill for a specific amount of time. — "Grill the chicken for about 6 minutes per side."

grill someone about (prepositional phrase)

To question someone persistently about a particular topic. — "The teacher grilled the student about his missing homework."

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